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Construction contractors are optimistic about certain private-sector segments and have high hopes for most types of public-sector work, according to survey results the Associated General Contractors of America and Sage released on Jan. 8.

OSHA has issued a revision to the personal protective equipment standard for construction workers, which is set to take effect on Jan. 13. The ruling is aimed to improve workers’ safety from hazardous conditions, writes Kristin Fletcher in a piece for SHRM.

Jim Moody recently joined CISCA as its new executive director.

The EIFS Industry Members Association announced the election of officers to its board of directors for the 2025-2027 term. These esteemed leaders, representing some of the most influential companies in the exterior insulation and finish systems industry, will guide EIMA’s mission to advance the industry.

Tando Composites announced that its TandoStone aLL-Pro Corner has been selected as one of Building Design + Construction’s 75 top building products. As part of the industry-leading TandoStone product line, the innovative aLL-Pro Corner offers ease of installation, enhanced aesthetics and performance advantages over other masonry options, including stone veneer.

In 2022, the insulation industry worked tirelessly to secure critical improvements to the 25C energy-efficient home improvement tax credit. Thanks to these efforts, the industry succeeded in extending the credit for 10 years, significantly increasing its value and ensuring that it can be utilized by taxpayers annually.

The EIFS Industry Members Association honors the longstanding service and efforts of late President Jimmy Carter — especially with respect to energy policy.

Suffolk Construction, a drywall contractor, lost a July 2024 court case against Titus Construction Group, a subcontractor, but the case is not over yet, reported Richard Korman of Engineering News-Record. Titus’ surety, Berkley Insurance Co., has requested that Suffolk pays its attorneys’ fees and trial costs as well.

The ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena, California, recently removed its lawsuit against two contractors that supposedly started a fire near its campus, reported MyNewsLA. The fire caused the campus to shut down temporarily, as well as damage to the landscape.

To combat supply chain issues, a labor shortage and other industry challenges, drywall contractors have been incorporating automation into their work, according to HP. These tools have helped contractors with efficiency, quality, consistency and costs.